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Anger Issues????

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I've recently been diagnosed as autistic and my mother believes I also have anger issues, but the thing is, the reason I feel angry is because I don't feel understood or listened to. I have been offered literally no support from being diagnosed and it's almost as if my family are like "okay you're autistic, but get on with it." I don't know how to cope with my aggression, frustration or anger because nobody understands me and it feels as though no one is listening. I don't know what to do when that feeling comes about and I'm scared that one day I'll completely snap. Any advice? 

  • Being here is a positive step. People think I am angry when I just feel extremely frustrated and not understood. As an adult, I have to seek out my own support as resources are very limited and mostly for children and extremely dependent autistics. I have found a few books to read to help me. I find reading posts here really helpful. So many others DO have similar feelings and problems. I find it best to read a mix of positive posts as well as problems.

    Personally, I find if I am going over the top it’s best to go somewhere on my own till I calm down. I like nice smells, sipping water, calm music and a warm bath. So find your own preferences for what can calm you down. We are all different. I’m recently diagnosed too.